The M8 Junction 3 eastbound on-slip will be closed between 22:00 and 06:00 on the nights of Wednesday 18 and Thursday 19 February, as part of investigation works on the bridge carrying the A899 Livingston Road over the motorway being carried out by Transport Scotland’s operating company BEAR Scotland.
A diversion route suitable for trunk road traffic will be signposted via the A899 to Dechmont Roundabout, the A89 to Newbridge Roundabout, and the M9 southbound to join the M8 eastbound at Junction 2. This diversion will approximately 0.8 miles and 7 minutes to affected journeys.
Consultation has taken place with relevant stakeholders in advance of these works to make them aware of the traffic management arrangements and to minimise any inconvenience.
David Bishop, BEAR Scotland’s South East Unit Bridges Manager, said: “This programme of maintenance is key to ensuring the structural integrity of this bridge and extending its service life.
“If you need to use this route during the works, our advice is to plan ahead and allow extra time for the diversion.
“We thank road users in advance for their patience and understanding.”
Live traffic information is available from the Traffic Scotland website www.traffic.gov.scot and on X at @trafficscotland.
All works are dependent on the weather and the existing condition of the structure, which can’t be fully understood until works commence and intrusive investigations are carried out. As such, the programme of works is subject to postponement, cancellation or rearrangement of dates in the event of adverse weather conditions or unforeseen circumstances.
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